Yamaha RX-A720 Owner's Manual

English Read the supplied booklet “Safety Brochure” before using the unit. AV ReceiverOwner’s Manual

FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions En 10Rear panel1 DC OUT jackFor connecting to an optional accessory.2 NETWORK jackFor connecting to a network (p.3

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Controlling external devices with the remote control En 100Registering the remote control codes for playback devicesYou can use the u

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Controlling external devices with the remote control En 101Resetting remote control codesYou can reset a remote control code register

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Updating the unit’s firmware En 102New firmware that provides additional features or product improvements will be released as needed.

APPENDIX ➤ Frequently asked questions En 103APPENDIXThe new speaker system does not provide an ideal sound balance...If you have changed speakers or h

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 104Refer to the table below when the unit does not function properly.If the problem you are experiencing is not listed b

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 105AudioProblem Cause RemedyNo sound.Another input source is selected. Select an appropriate input source with the input

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 106VideoNo sound from the TV (when HDMI Control is used).The TV is set to output audio from the TV speakers.Change the a

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 107FM/AM radioUSB and networkProblem Cause RemedyFM radio reception is weak or noisy.There is multi-path interference. A

APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 108Remote controlThe files in the PC cannot be viewed or played back.The files are not supported by the unit or the medi

APPENDIX ➤ Error indications on the front display En 109Error indications on the front displayMessage Cause RemedyAccess denied Access to the PC is de

FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions En 11Remote control1 Remote control signal transmitterTransmits infrared signals.2 SOURCE z keyTurns on/off an ext

APPENDIX ➤ Ideal speaker layout En 110Use this diagram as a guide. You do not need to adjust the speaker layout to the following diagram exactly.Ideal

APPENDIX ➤ Glossary En 111Audio information Audio decoding formatDolby DigitalDolby Digital is a compressed digital audio format developed by Dolby L

APPENDIX ➤ Glossary En 112Sampling frequency/Quantization bitSampling frequency and quantization bits indicate the quantity of information when an ana

APPENDIX ➤ Glossary En 113Yamaha technologiesCINEMA DSP (Digital Sound Field Processor)Since the Dolby Surround and DTS systems were originally design

APPENDIX ➤ Glossary En 114Video signal flowVideo signals input from a video device to the unit are output to a TV as shown below. Video conversion ta

APPENDIX ➤ Information on HDMI En 115HDMI ControlHDMI Control allows you to operate external devices via HDMI. If you connect a TV that supports HDMI

APPENDIX ➤ Information on HDMI En 1167Check that the unit is properly synchronized with the TV by turning off the TV or adjusting the TV volume with t

APPENDIX ➤ Reference diagram (rear panel) En 117• The area around the video/audio output jacks is marked in white on the actual product to prevent imp

APPENDIX ➤ Trademarks En 118Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labor

APPENDIX ➤ Specifications En 119Input jacks• Analog AudioAudio x 4 (AV 5–6, AUDIO 1–2)• Digital Audio (Supported frequencies: 32 kHz to 96 kHz)Optical

PREPARATIONS ➤ General setup procedure En 12PREPARATIONSThis completes all the preparations. Enjoy playing movies, music, radio and other content with

APPENDIX ➤ Specifications En 120Audio Section• Rated Output Power (2-channel driven)(20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.09% THD, 8 Ω)Front L/R ...

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 121Symbols★ key ...11Lock icon (o) ...

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 122Connection (Speaker cable) ...18Connection (Speaker) ...17Connection (Subwoofer

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 123High speed HDMI cable ...20IImpedance (Speaker) ...13In.Trim (Option menu

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 124PLIIx Movie (Extended surround) ...71PLIIx Movie (Surround decoder) ...45PLIIx Music (Extended surround)

APPENDIX ➤ Index En 125Surround Back (Speaker, Setup menu) ...83Surround Back Initial Delay (Sound Program menu) ...77Surround

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PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 13Select the speaker layout for the number of speakers that you are using and place the speakers and subwoofer (wit

PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 147.1+2-channel system• The surround back speakers and presence speakers do not produce sounds simultaneously. The

PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 155.1-channel system4.1-channel system3.1-channel system2.1-channel system4512394512912391291Speaker placement2 3 4

PREPARATIONS ➤ Placing speakers En 16 Setting the speaker impedanceUnder its default settings, the unit is configured for 8-ohm speakers. When connec

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting speakers En 17Connect the speakers placed in your room to the unit. The following diagrams provide connections for 7.1+2-, 7

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting speakers En 187.1-channel system (using presence speakers)6.1-channel system Connecting speaker cablesSpeaker cables have t

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting speakers En 19Connecting front speakers that support bi-amp connectionsWhen using front speakers that support bi-amp connect

En 2CONTENTSAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5FEATURES 6What yo

PREPARATIONS ➤ Input/output jacks and cables En 20 Video/audio jacks❑ HDMI jacksTransmit digital video and digital sound through a single jack. Use a

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 21Connect a TV to the unit so that video input to the unit can be output to the TV.You can also enjoy playback of TV

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 22❑ Necessary settingsTo use HDMI Control and ARC, you need to configure the following settings.For details on setti

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 23 Connection Method 2 (HDMI Control-compatible TV)Connect the TV to the unit with an HDMI cable and a digital opti

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 243Configure the settings for HDMI Control.a Enable HDMI Control on the TV and playback devices (such as a HDMI Cont

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting a TV En 25 Connection Method 4 (TV without HDMI input jacks)When connecting any video device to the AV 1–2 (COMPONENT VIDEO

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 26The unit is equipped with a variety of input jacks including HDMI input jacks to allow you to connect

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 27 Composite video connectionConnect a video device to the unit with a video pin cable and an audio cab

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 28• The following operation is available only when your TV is connected to the unit via HDMI.1After conn

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting playback devices En 29Connecting audio devices (such as CD players)Connect audio devices such as CD players and MD players t

En 3Connecting a USB storage device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting the FM/AM antennas En 30Connect the supplied FM/AM antennas to the unit.Fix the end of the FM antenna to a wall, and place t

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting other devices En 31Connecting recording devicesYou can connect video/audio recording devices to the AV OUT and AUDIO OUT jac

PREPARATIONS ➤ Connecting the power cable En 32Connecting a device compatible with the trigger functionThe trigger function can control an external de

PREPARATIONS ➤ Selecting an on-screen menu language En 33Select the desired on-screen menu language from English (default), Japanese, French, German,

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 34The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 35The following screen appears on the TV.• To cancel the operation, disconnect

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 36Checking the measurement resultsYou can check the YPAO measurement results.1A

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 37Error messagesIf any error message is displayed during the measurement, resol

PREPARATIONS ➤ Optimizing the speaker settings automatically (YPAO) En 38Warning messagesIf a warning message is displayed after the measurement, you

PLAYBACK ➤ Basic playback procedure En 39PLAYBACK1Turn on the external devices (such as a TV or BD/DVD player) connected to the unit.2Use the input se

En 4Ideal speaker layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the input source and favorite settings with one touch (SCENE) En 40The SCENE function allows you to select the assigned input sou

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 41The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs and surround decoders that allow you to enjoy playback

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 42Enjoying sound field effects (CINEMA DSP)The unit is equipped with a variety of sound programs that utilize Y

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 43 Sound programs suitable for music/stereo playback (MUSIC)The following sound programs are optimized for lis

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 44 Enjoying stereoscopic sound fields (CINEMA DSP 3D) CINEMA DSP 3D creates a natural stereoscopic sound field

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 45 Playing back 2-channel sources in multichannel (surround decoder)The surround decoder enables unprocessed m

PLAYBACK ➤ Selecting the sound mode En 46Enjoying compressed music with enhanced sound (Compressed Music Enhancer)Compressed Music Enhancer adds depth

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to FM/AM radio En 47You can tune into a radio station by specifying its frequency or selecting from registered radio stations.• T

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to FM/AM radio En 48Registering favorite radio stations (presets)You can register up to 40 radio stations as presets. Once you ha

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to FM/AM radio En 49Operating the radio on the TVYou can view the radio information or select a radio station on the TV.1Press TU

Accessories En 5AccessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with the product. Remote control  Batteries (AAA, R03, UM-4) (x2) AM a

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iPod music En 50You can play back iPod music on the unit using a USB cable supplied with the iPod.• An iPod may not be detecte

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iPod music En 51Playback of iPod contentFollow the procedure below to operate the iPod contents and start playback.You can con

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iPod music En 52 Playback screen1 Status indicatorsDisplay the current repeat/shuffle settings (p.53) and playback status (su

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iPod music En 53 Repeat/shuffle settingsYou can configure the repeat/shuffle settings of your iPod.• During simple play, conf

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on a USB storage device En 54You can play back music files stored on a USB storage device on the unit. Refer to t

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on a USB storage device En 552Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER.If a song is selected, playba

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on a USB storage device En 56 Playback screen1 Status indicatorsDisplay the current repeat/shuffle settings (p.5

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) En 57You can play back music files stored on your PC or DLNA-compatible NAS on the uni

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) En 583Use the cursor keys to select an item and press ENTER.If a song is selected, pla

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music stored on media servers (PCs/NAS) En 59 Playback screen1 Status indicatorsDisplay the current repeat/shuffle settings (

FEATURES ➤ What you can do with the unit En 6FEATURESWhat you can do with the unitAV receiver (the unit)SpeakersBD/DVD playerHDMI ControlAudio/VideoTh

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to Internet radio En 60You can listen to Internet radio stations from all over the world.You can control the Internet radio with

PLAYBACK ➤ Listening to Internet radio En 61 Browse screen1 Playback indicator2 List name3 Contents listDisplays the list of Internet radio content.

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iTunes/iPod music via a network (AirPlay) En 62The AirPlay function allows you to play back iTunes/iPod music on the unit via

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back iTunes/iPod music via a network (AirPlay) En 63• The playback screen is available only when your TV is connected to the unit v

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) En 64The multi-zone function allows you to play back different input sources in the room

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) En 65 Using an external amplifierConnect the external amplifier (with volume control) pl

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) En 66Remote connections between Yamaha productsAn infrared signal transmitter is not requ

PLAYBACK ➤ Playing back music in multiple rooms (multi-zone) En 674Start playback on the external device or select a radio station.Refer to the instru

PLAYBACK ➤ Viewing the current status En 68Switching information on the front display1Press INFO.Each time you press the key, the displayed item chang

PLAYBACK ➤ Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) En 69You can configure separate playback settings for different

FEATURES ➤ What you can do with the unit En 7Full of useful functions!❑ Connecting various devices (p.26)A number of HDMI jacks and various input/outp

PLAYBACK ➤ Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) En 70 Tone Control (Tone Control)Adjusts the high-frequency ran

PLAYBACK ➤ Configuring playback settings for different playback sources (Option menu) En 71 Extended Surround (EXTD Surround)Selects how to play back

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring input sources (Input menu) En 72CONFIGURATIONSYou can change the input source settings using the TV screen.1Press ON SCRE

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring input sources (Input menu) En 73 Rename/Icon SelectChanges the input source name and icon displayed on the front display

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) En 74 Volume InterlockEnables/disables volume controls from iTunes/iPod via AirPlay.Inpu

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the SCENE function (Scene menu) En 754Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER.5Use the cursor keys an

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring sound programs/surround decoders (Sound Program menu) En 76 Rename/Icon SelectChanges the scene name and icon displayed

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring sound programs/surround decoders (Sound Program menu) En 774Use the cursor keys (q/w) to select an item and press ENTER.•

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring sound programs/surround decoders (Sound Program menu) En 78The following items are available when you select “2ch Stereo”

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 79You can configure the unit’s various function with the menu displayed on the TV scree

FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions En 8Front panel1 MAIN ZONE z keyTurns on/off (standby) the unit.2 Standby indicatorLights up when the unit is in s

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 80Setup menu itemsMenu Item Function PageSpeakerAuto Setup Automatically optimizes the

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 81NetworkIP Address Configures the network parameters (such as IP address). 89Network S

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 82Speaker (Manual Setup)Configures the speaker settings manually. Power Amp AssignSele

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 83❑ Surround BackSelects whether or not surround back speakers are connected and their

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 84 DistanceSets the distance between each speaker and listening position so that sound

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 85SoundConfigures the audio output settings. LipsyncAdjusts the delay between video an

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 86 Initial VolumeSets the initial volume when the receiver is turned on.Settings Adap

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 87❑ AspectSelects an aspect ratio to output HDMI video signals when “Video Mode” is set

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 88❑ ARCEnables/disables ARC (p.21) when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”.Settings• You do

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 89NetworkConfigures the network settings. IP AddressConfigures the network parameters

FEATURES ➤ Part names and functions En 9Front display (indicators)1 HDMILights up when HDMI signals are being input or output.OUTLights up when HDMI s

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 90 Network NameEdits the network name (the unit’s name on the network) displayed on ot

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 91 Zone2 SetConfigures the Zone2 settings.❑ Max VolumeSets the Zone2 maximum volume to

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 92❑ Wall PaperSelects the image to be used as wallpaper on the TV.Settings Trigger Out

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring various functions (Setup menu) En 93 Memory GuardPrevents accidental changes to the settings.Settings• When “Memory Guar

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) En 94LanguageSelect an on-screen menu language.Settings• Even if “Auto/Manual S

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Viewing information about the unit (Information menu) En 95Types of information Audio SignalDisplays information about the current a

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) En 96Configure the system settings of the unit while viewing the front display.

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) En 97Switching the video signal type (TV FORMAT)Switch the video signal type of

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Configuring the system settings (ADVANCED SETUP menu) En 98Checking the firmware version (VERSION)Check the version of firmware curre

CONFIGURATIONS ➤ Controlling external devices with the remote control En 99You can use the unit’s remote control to operate external devices (such as